Members of the Lake Whitney Amateur Radio Society had a successful Winter Field Day exercise on Lake Whitney Saturday, January 27, and Sunday, January 28. Amateur radio organizations worldwide participate in the annual event to practice setting up mobile communications during emergencies and natural disasters. Members of the Lake Whitney Amateur Radio Society (LWARS) recently … Continue reading Local amateur radio group participates in emergency preparedness exercise
Zach Brown has announced that he is running for Bosque County attorney in the March 5 Republican Primary. "Bosque County has given so much to my family over the generations," he said, "and I’m asking that it give me the support of its voters in the upcoming primary." He stated: "I was blessed to attend … Continue reading Zach Brown running for Bosque County attorney in primary
The Hill County Commissioners Court voted 3-1 to create reinvestment zones and propose the form of a tax abatement agreement for a $400 million Hubbard wind energy project in a meeting held Tuesday, January 23. The court heard from several residents who were against the project before voting, and Precinct 1 Commissioner Jim Holcomb was … Continue reading Second Hubbard Wind project draws opposition
Allie Griffin (Annelle) and Connie Terry (Truvy) are pictured rehearsing a scene from "Steel Magnolias," which will kick off Lake Whitney Arts' 20-year anniversary season in February. Lake Whitney Arts (LWA) is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, and the first show of the celebratory season will be Robert Harling's "Steel Magnolias" under the direction … Continue reading LWA marks 20 years with ‘Steel Magnolias’
Those who are not registered to vote and would like to cast a ballot in March 5 primary elections must register by Monday, February 5, to be eligible. Voter registration in Texas is handled at the county level, and voters in Hill County can contact the Hill County Elections Administration Office at 254-582-4072 for more … Continue reading Check voter registration before March primaries
The Hill County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is requesting the help of residents in compiling a list of events related to April's solar eclipse. Knowing where large groups will be gathered in the area will assist first responders in providing emergency services, should the need arise. Those who will be hosting visitors on their … Continue reading Hill Co. OEM requests eclipse event information
Houston Crime Stoppers released a sketch of the suspect in the shooting death of 17-year-old Louise Wilson of Whitney and announced an increased reward Thursday, January 18. Wilson was traveling through downtown Houston on her way to Galveston Sunday, December 10, when she was fatally shot by a man in a newer model, black, four-door … Continue reading Reward increased for info. on Whitney teen’s murder
Whitney High School senior Joannah Andis recently received a Military Academy nomination and appointment to the United States Naval Academy from Congressman Jake Ellzey. Whitney High School senior Joannah Andis recently received a Military Academy nomination to the United States Naval Academy (USNA) from Congressman Jake Ellzey. She also received an appointment to USNA. A … Continue reading Senior receives Military Academy nomination
The Whitney City Council met in its regular monthly session Thursday, January 18, and heard updates from city department heads. Police Chief Kyle Nevil told the council that the department responded to 250 incidents in December, made 10 total arrests, 63 traffic stops and issued 77 citations. The department also identified and arrested a suspect … Continue reading Dept. heads give reports to City Council
On April 8, a total solar eclipse will impact communities across the U.S., beginning in Texas and ending for U.S. communities in Maine. The “In the Path of Totality” program awarded grants of $10,000 each to Main Street America accredited and affiliate communities located within the path of totality – the areas set to experience … Continue reading Hillsboro receives grant for April eclipse events
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